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Italy & Switzerland · 2026

The Alps Traverse

10-Day Italian & Swiss Alps Hiking Adventure
Italy & Switzerland10 DaysChallengingSleeps at 3,000m

Two countries. Nine days of trail. One trip you'll be telling stories about forever.

From the quiet of Valle Mosso to the icons of the Swiss Alps, this is the full alpine traverse — high refuges, mirror lakes, glacier-fed rivers, and summit views that rearrange your sense of scale.

Duration10 Days
RegionItalian & Swiss Alps
Start / EndMilan Malpensa
Group size8–12
Best seasonJun – Sep
LevelChallenging
Day by day

The itinerary

Day01

Arrival & Alpine Preparation

Touch down at Milan Malpensa and head straight to the foothills of the Italian Alps. In serene Valle Mosso, a thorough safety briefing, a full gear check, and a quiet moment to prepare for nine days of adventure.

Valle Mosso
Day02

Alpine Heights & Lago Blu

Journey to the remote village of Champoluc and ascend toward Refugio Mezzalama at 3,000 metres, pausing at the stunning Lago Blu. A four-hour hike that introduces you to true alpine beauty.

3,000 m · 4h hike
Day03

Aosta Valley & Mont Blanc

Drive the iconic Aosta Valley, stopping at cascading waterfalls nestled among the peaks. End the day in Courmayeur with Mont Blanc on full display — the perfect place to acclimatise before crossing into France.

Courmayeur
Day04

Chamonix & Lac Blanc

In world-famous Chamonix, immerse yourself in outdoor culture, then hike to Lac Blanc where awe-inspiring views of Mont Blanc await — adventure and beauty in equal measure.

Lac Blanc
Day05

Zermatt & the Randa Bridge

Cross into Switzerland and explore Zermatt, walking the thrilling Randa Suspension Bridge — one of the longest pedestrian bridges in the Alps.

Zermatt
Day06

The Five Lakes Hike

Embark on the famous Five Lakes Hike, capturing that mirror-like reflection of the Matterhorn across still, glassy alpine water.

Matterhorn
Day07

Into Bern's Waters

Venture to the Swiss capital and discover its hidden gem — swimming in a pristine river. Then set sail in a rubber boat, floating 20 miles down a glacier-fed stream. Exhilarating, yet serene.

Bern · 20 mi float
Day08

Jungfrau & the Eiger

Head to Interlaken and the Jungfrau Region. Stop at Grindelwald and marvel up close at the north face of the Eiger.

Grindelwald
Day09

Top of Europe

Ride the highest railway in Europe, pause at the Eiger Glacier, and reflect with a well-earned rest — and perhaps a beer — before the journey nears its end.

Eiger Glacier
Day10

Lake Como Farewell

Travel to picturesque Lake Como. Glide across to Bellagio or head into Milan for a final stroll. As the sun sets over Como, reflect on an unforgettable adventure before flying home from Milan.

Lake Como
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